2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Sportage | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Kia | GAZ |
Model | Sportage | 3111 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2810 mm |